Inflation & hiring challenges force small businesses to react
Small Business Insights: Inflation and hiring challenges force small businesses to react Our latest Small Business Insights report looks at the big issues facing U.S. small …
Classic news: Anti-gay activist gets pie to the face
In 1977, the singer and former Miss Oklahoma Anita Bryant was holding a press conference in Des Moines – the subject of which was her long-standing …
Can you apply for an EIDL loan twice?
Editor’s Note: At Lantern, we strive to help you make financial decisions with confidence. To do this, we occasionally feature content that includes information about our partners …
Income-contingent repayment plan explained
Income-contingent payment (ICR) plans are one kind and can help make federal student loan payments more affordable. The income-contingent repayment plan allows you to extend your …
The ultimate guide to traveling solo
Solo travel is a great way to learn about the world, discover who you are, and push your comfort zone boundaries. However, solo travel can get intimidating (there’s so …
What are adaptogens & can they help you sleep better?
In the world of health, there always seems to be something new just around the corner that everyone wants to try. While some of these trends …
13 funny money lessons from classic horror franchises
We’ve investigated hundreds of movies, TV shows and video games for cases where insurance would have helped our heroes protect against survival situations. Unfortunately, most of …
Investing myths you shouldn’t fall for
Yet they persist, largely because too many people consider money a “taboo” subject and avoid talking about it. Many of us also never question these assumptions, …
Strategies to pay back federal student loans
The prospect of paying back your student loans may seem daunting, but there are strategies you can take to pay off your federal student loan …
9 ways to pay for IVF treatment
Couples who are finding it hard to get pregnant can often feel isolated while they’re going through this difficult experience. But struggling with fertility is actually …
Love to ski? Here’s where you can hit the slopes the soonest
Are you dreaming of your first run down the mountain? Well, get your skis or snowboard out because you don’t have to wait as long as …
10 things you should know about the real Hobbit village
At the beginning of August, Amazon Prime released a first look at their much-anticipated Lord of the Rings series set to release September 2022, and suddenly fans …
Is this Gen X’s favorite film maker?
Wes Anderson might just be one of the most well-known and creative directors of all time. From a creative standpoint, there is absolutely no one quite …
Crisp cider cocktails perfect for Autumn sipping
Is it really fall if you don’t have apple cider? Sure, you can put on your favorite sweater, watch the leaves change and carve some pumpkins, but unless you have …
Buying a house? Here are 20 ways to save
Your home is likely the most expensive thing you’ll ever purchase and you’ll spend years paying it off. You’ll want to make sure to find a …
Understanding student loan requirements
Whether you apply for federal or private loans, there are several student loan requirements you’ll need to meet. Those requirements can vary depending on what type …
Solar panel financing in 4 ways
Installing solar panels in your home can be one way to do your part for the planet, but the cost to purchase and have them installed …
The best food city in every state
The United States has no shortage of premier culinary destinations and small-town food hotspots. As American foodies look forward to fall harvests and perfect outdoor dining …
Cottagecore: Cute & cozy design ideas for your bedroom
Vases of handpicked flowers. Sumptuous textures like velvet and wool. Antiques galore. What do these things have in common? They’re all aspects of cottagecore, the latest …
The most popular cars in these western states
Car buyers in the west have a host of extreme weather conditions to consider. This vast region of the U.S. experiences regular rain, fog, snow and …
5 common keto mistakes people make
Let’s be honest: There’s certainly an appeal to a diet where its A-OK to eat steak, nibble on cheese cubes and slather butter on your veggies. …
Global delicacies that are definitely an acquired taste
As human beings, we all have a lot in common, and when we’re united in a common cause, there’s no challenge we can’t overcome. Unfortunately, …
What does an extended warranty cover on a car?
It’s great to have the security of a warranty so that you know expensive repairs will be covered. But what happens when that warranty times out? That’s …
50 investment phrases, decoded
Any new endeavor — from rock climbing to investing — means getting familiar with new words and phrases. Some investment terms may seem complex, but this …
Seniors in these states will have the best retirement
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Every Harry Potter movie, ranked
Fall is upon us. For some, that means pumpkin spice lattes, hot apple cider and decorative gourds. For others, though, it means binge-watching every movie in the Harry Potter series, …
Favorite childhood holiday treats that need to come back
There is something about the holiday season that just makes you yearn for the traditional. The vintage. The days of yore when life was simple and …
Applying for a microloan for your startup
If you’re just starting up your company, you may need a little extra financial help to get your business up and running. You might not need a …
The most common reasons why your marriage could break up
Brides and grooms typically go into a marriage thinking until death do us part. Still, for every 1,000 marriages in the U.S. in 2019, 14.9 ended …
4 ways to be the best sleep partner possible
Research shows that a healthy relationship depends on healthy sleep. The New York Times reports that couples experience worse conflict when one or both partners is sleep deprived. The …
10 reasons why so many people retire poor
With the cost of living going up and the minimum wage going down, the number of poor retirees is on the rise. Workers can barely stick …
12 genius ways to use up your leftover chicken
One of the biggest struggles of eating kosher food on a budget is that meat and chicken are so expensive! When I make chicken, I try …
11 truths about money that could change your life
I have been interested in personal finance for over a decade now. I’ve learned a lot about money, investing, and the psychology behind money. I have …
Last-minute Halloween recipes & party ideas
Looking for some last-minute Halloween party food recipes that’ll give your guests a fright (well, maybe only when they run out)? Or how about some Halloween party ideas that are …
Do you know the origin of these 12 deceptive food names?
Are the following foods actually from the country referenced in their names? Image Credit: Olha_Afanasieva. 1. Brussels Sprouts Image Credit: bhofack2/ istockphoto. Kind of The ancestors …
If you’re scared of doing this with your money, you aren’t alone
Most people worry about money, and some of them even have a fear of spending money. Americans think and worry about money most of the time. …
The most popular cars in these western states
Car buyers in the west have a host of extreme weather conditions to consider. This vast region of the U.S. experiences regular rain, fog, snow and …
35 money facts that seem too weird to be true
These were originally written for a trivia night with friends, but they went over so well that I wanted to share with you 35 amusing facts …
The one must-try bacon in every state
Written by: Michael Schreiber
Let’s be clear. This list isn’t based on any type of scientific poll. The very notion that some group of Americans who I don’t even know …
A small business guide to identifying & preventing payroll fraud
When you think about employee theft in your company, you likely consider acts such as employees stealing inventory or company or customer information through cyber …
A small business guide to understanding the product life cycle
If you’re an entrepreneur or small business owner, you may not realize how unlikely a new product is to succeed. Clayton Christensen, a professor at Harvard …
How to buy a home when you’re single
Buying a house as a single woman has become more mainstream over the past few decades. This rise is partly due to an increase in …
The best college towns in America
With many colleges opting to go back to in-person this fall, they are navigating a second year of pandemic measures. For many, proof of vaccination and …
8 hidden moving expenses you shouldn’t ignore
Whether you’re moving across the country or just across town, one of the first things you should do before loading up your boxes is create a …
8 of the most pristine & beautiful lakes in Minnesota
Minnesota isn’t called the land of 10,000 lakes for nothing (in fact, the state actually has more than 20,000 lakes). Big lakes, small lakes, narrow lakes …
Here are your favorite Netflix shows recreated with LEGOs
Watched a lot of Netflix Originals lately? Made a lot of LEGO? You’re not alone. All this extra time at home has driven everyone to obsess over …
40 global fast foods that everyone should try
You may not be able to travel the globe right now, but you can bring the flavors of the world into your house. Since the pandemic …
The most popular dog names in the world
Take Fauci, a brown Lagotto Romagnolo born in the springtime of 2020. Fauci shares her Italian heritage with Anthony Fauci, Chief Medical Advisor to the US …
Want a really smart dog? Check out these 29 breeds
Every dog parent wants to believe their precious furry baby is the smartest dog on the block. Their love for these little (and sometimes not so …
These American cities have the most affordable mansions
If life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are our inalienable rights, and homeownership the prevailing American dream, where on the spectrum of driving desires does …
